Sinclair includes an outdoor craft beer garden, an indoor bar and dining area, a nostalgic gameroom as well as a second-story event space.

The multifaceted business is expected to open this weekend at 17 Maple Ave., the space that formerly housed Javier’s and The Metro. A specific date and time will be announced in the coming days on Sinclair’s social media sites.

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Local craft brews, retro arcade games and unique, modern ambiance are all part of the Sinclair concept, devised by owner and founder Hilary Morrison.

A first time entrepreneur, Morrison moved to the Spa City area from Los Angeles in December. At the time, Morrison didn’t think she’d be starting her own business, but once she saw the space, she knew she had to do this project.

Over the past six months, the Maple Avenue building has been completely transformed with a new look and layout.

Morrison’s ultimate vision for Sinclair is that it will be a community space for all.

“I just really hope that people can just have fun together, and this just becomes a gathering place where you come here and you see you friends, you see your neighbor, and everybody’s just relaxed and having fun together,” she said, adding that she wants it to be a family-friendly environment.

She particularly hopes that beer-lovers will appreciate the extensive and exclusive options, including some varieties from small breweries and cideries that aren’t even distributed in this area.

“No one really wants to drive down to New York City to buy a six-pack, so I’m going to do it for them,” Morrison said, noting that most beers at Sinclair will be from within New York state.

Other drinks will include four cocktails on tap, another uncommon offering. These cocktails will be made on site then kegged to provide consistency and speedy service.

Over in the gameroom, guests of all ages can play 80s and 90s classic coin-operated pinball and arcade games like Ms. Pac-Man, NBA Jam, and Double Dragon, or partake in a foosball tournament.

Upstairs, a separate space can be rented out for parties and events, with seating for about 75 people. Morrison plans to host some Sinclair events here as well, such as jazz nights and Meet The Brewers gatherings.

Picnic tables are already set up outside, where an outdoor bar will open later this summer. Morrison wants to offer live music in this location during the warmer months.

Although Sinclair is just opening its doors to the public, it’s already been quite a journey for Morrison. “It’s been very fun. It’s been an awesome project,” she said. “I’ve really enjoyed it.”

Once in operation, Sinclair will be open seven days a week with hours from 3 p.m. to midnight Monday through Thursday, 3 to 2 a.m. on Friday, noon to 2 a.m. on Saturday and noon to sundown on Sunday.

Sinclair will offer regular happy hours, with specials on food and drink. Additionally, customers can purchase or gift an “eternal happiness” keychain, which will grant them happy hour deals at any time of day.

To make it official, Sinclair will have a ribbon cutting ceremony with the Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce at 4 p.m. on Wednesday June 21, along with a grand opening party that day.

For more information on Sinclair visit www.sinclairsaratoga.com or follow @sinclairbeerbar on Twitter and @thesinclairsaratoga on Instagram.